The Torts Process, Seventh Edition

Many great features retain the quality of the Sixth Edition: - A problem approach that challenges student understanding through the use of both theoretical and real-life situations - A clear, balanced presentation that enables students to understand the overarching structure and organization of tort law better than any other book - A lively mix of problems, cases, excerpts, notes, and questions - A Teacher's Manual with a sample syllabus and guidance on the most effective use of the problem material The Seventh Edition brings with it some significant additions: - New co-author Douglas A. Kysar of Cornell University brings his expertise to the author team - A new chapter on the global dimensions of tort law

Henderson (law, Cornell University Law School) takes a process perspective in this casebook for law students, integrating discussion of tort theory, policy issues, and ethical considerations with an understanding of the role of the lawyer, the trial judge, the jury, and the appellate court in resolving tort claims. A variety of cases and commentaries are presented, and problems challenge students to apply their doctrinal understanding to concrete circumstances. For this seventh edition, the former Chapter 3 has been divided into two chapters: duty of care and proof of breach, and proximate causation, special categories of nonrecovery, and defenses. There is also a new chapter on international and comparative aspects of tort law, and revised material on liability insurance. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)